Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has unveiled plans to provide tax relief for individuals earning below Ksh30,000 per month. During a forum on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Kiambu National Polytechnic, he emphasized that the government would also reduce taxes for those earning below Ksh50,000, aiming to alleviate the financial
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Ruto to Young Kenyans: Embrace Marriage and Responsibility
In a society where pursuing side hustles, achieving career goals, and gaining social media fame often take precedence, a lot of young men in Kenya are putting off one of life’s oldest commitments: marriage.The challenges of city life, high unemployment rates, and rising living expenses make it seem nearly
Kenya Plans New Fuel and Electricity Taxes to Fund $18.7B Energy Projects
Consumers in Kenya should brace themselves for even more challenging economic conditions in 2026 as the government intends to implement new taxes on fuel and electricity to finance energy infrastructure.This action is expected to impose extra charges on consumers, further increasing the prices of goods and services.Named the Consolidated Energy